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Dubai Rent vs Buy 2025: Should You Stop Renting & Start Owning Property?

Are you tired of your Dubai landlord hitting you with yet another rent increase? In the explosive premiere of The Real Deal Dubai, we break down the real costs of renting vs. buying property in Dubai in 2025. With rents soaring by up to 50% in prime areas and mortgage rates finally dropping, is now the perfect time to stop renting and start owning? We cover hidden fees, ROI calculations, and expert insights from Tahir Majithia, Prime Capital, to help you make the smartest financial move. Whether you're a long-term expat or a first-time buyer, this episode is your ultimate guide to Dubai’s real estate market! Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction: Dubai’s rising rents & renting vs. buying dilemma 0:30 – Rent Increases in Dubai: How landlords impact expat finances 1:25 – Dubai Real Estate Market 2025: Average rents +24%, some areas +50% 2:07 – Renting vs. Buying Cost Comparison: 100K AED/year rent vs. mortgage 2:55 – Hidden Costs of Buying: Down payment, fees & service charges 3:43 – Pros & Cons of Renting: Flexibility vs. equity 4:41 – Pros & Cons of Buying: Stability & customization vs. upfront costs 5:49 – Case Study: 1-Bedroom in Business Bay ROI (5.5%) 7:29 – Expert Interview: Tahir Majithia on market timing & mortgages 10:12 – Misconceptions About Buying vs. Renting 12:26 – Foreign Investors & Dubai Real Estate: Rising prices & challenges 15:52 – Risks of Buying: Off-plan delays, older properties, tenant issues 18:59 – Calculating ROI: Service charges & hidden costs 21:41 – AI & Crypto in Dubai Real Estate: Technology & transactions 24:47 – Final Verdict: Should You Rent or Buy? 27:45 – Dubai Marina Example: 5-year cost comparison 28:34 – Next Episode Preview: Off-plan properties – risks & rewards Key Takeaways: ✅ Dubai rents surged 24% in 2025 (50% in premium areas) – Is renting still worth it? ✅ Mortgage rates dropped 0.5% – First cut in 4 years! ✅ Buying vs. Renting: 1-bed in Dubai Marina = 1.58M AED to buy vs. 110K AED/year to rent ✅ Hidden Costs of Buying: 20% down payment + 4-6% fees + service charges (up to 30 AED/sqft) ✅ Expert Advice: When buying makes sense & calculating true ROI ✅ Renting Pros: Flexibility, no maintenance costs ✅ Owning Pros: Build equity, long-term stability, no landlord hassles Hashtags: #dubairealestate #rentvsbuy #DubaiProperty2025 #TheRealDealDubai #investindubai #expatlifedubai #propertyroi #realestatetips